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Supporting Our Employees and Communities: A Call to Action for Allies This weekend’s events were heartbreaking and scary for parts of our cities in the UK. Some of us are not sure what to say or do. We watch helplessly, listening to and reaching out to family, friends, and communities impacted. Our saving grace is unity. For that to happen, we need allies: your voice, power and privilege are required. The media called it a protest or riot, but it was a well-planned act of targeted racism and Islamophobia. As we head back to work, some organisations may feel unsure how to support their staff, who are burdened by these events. To our valued allies, your support is more crucial than ever. If you’re unsure how to help, we have outlined four steps to guide you. Read the full article for more details: Standing Against Racism and Islamophobia: 4 Steps to a More Inclusive Environment. #Inclusion #Diversity #AntiRacism #Allyship #WorkplaceSafety #SupportCommunities

Achieving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Uniting for Global Solidarity Discover the power of solidarity in the fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join us as we explore the impact of black and indigenous solidarity, and the importance of coming together to challenge systems of oppression. Learn how global movements like Palestine are fostering solidarity and disrupting oppressive systems. #DiversityEquityInclusion #GlobalSolidarity #BlackAndIndigenousUnity #ChallengingOppression #SocialJustice #SolidarityMovement #DisruptingSystems #FightingForJustice #EqualityMatters #InclusionForAll

Notes from the racial justice front line(s) in ⏩ Southern Europe. 📌 As the voice of the anti-racism movement in Europe, our #network —170 organizations strong and growing— is at the heart of everything we do. Last year, we launched ENAR Regional Meetings to connect with our members across Europe, understand their challenges, and build stronger coalitions to tackle them together. Here, we share some of the challenges activists and human rights defenders face in their fight to eradicate racism in Europe. #AntiRacism #RacialJustice #Activism #Cyprus #Greece #Italy #Spain

---‐-------------------------------------------- Racial assumptions and its impact on disarmament ------------------------------------------------ At the remote session of the United Nations General Assembly’s First Committee on Disarmament and International Security, held on October 8, 2021, there was a presented statement on Race and Intersectionality in Humanitarian Disarmament; "Taking an anti-racist, intersectional perspective to humanitarian disarmament is therefore fundamental for centring human security and peace, by understanding not only how people are affected by the use of these weapons but which communities will bear the burden of suffering and the aftermath. It is necessary that we question whose voices are valued in disarmament; whose voices lead the conversations and develop the policies; and whose voices, experiences, and expertise are missing from these spaces and process" ✨️In advancing international security, investment on social conditioning initiatives will effectively tackle issues of racial discrimination and the strong sense of superiority exhibited by some groups that fuels violence and oppression Countering global racial injustices, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination promotes the core values of international law •••ensuring equality of treatment, •••respecting the human rights of all persons, •••Peace, security and a sense of belonging and •••Unconditional human dignity 📍For Africa, the significant approach in security sector reforms for the State vulnerabilities of extremist attacks is the adoption of Anti-racism strategy to ensure all operations are racially inclusive to counter the radicalisation of marginalised persons Insightful paper on Racism, Stereotypes, and War 👇 #antiracism #disarmament #discrimination #inclusion

The recent explosion in racist, anti-Muslim violence is a reminder that the stories we tell are never "just words." Stories shape our beliefs and behaviours. They drive us to take action. They can be the difference between seeking justice and stoking violence. Media keeps pouring petrol on a bonfire of hate, stoking myths about asylum seekers, refugees, trans people and many others. It's a distraction from the real problems: decades of austerity starving public services, while the rich get richer. To resist this tide of hate, we need to be able to clearly name what's going on, why, and what we can all do to combat hatred and violence. So if you're struggling with how to talk about what's happening, I've put together a communications guide to help you find your way through. It's got: • resources to help you understand what's happening and how to talk about it accurately, • why it's important we name the causes of white supremacist violence, • how we all have a part to play in tackling hate and extremism, and what you can do right now. Including links to learn more from brilliant people including: Leyya Sattar and Other Box New Economy Organisers Network (NEON) Everyday Racism UK Raeeka Yassaie Hayley Bennett Collette Philip Animah Kosai Hannah Litt 🍉🍉🍉 Srabani Sen OBE Sunita Harley (she/her) Collective Insight Sharon Hurley Hall (she/her) Nova Reid Abi Adamson “The DEIB Ajagun”🪬 John Amaechi OBE Akala Ellen Jones Zarah Sultana MP Mehreen Ali 🍉 Runnymede Trust Migrants' Rights Network Stand Against Racism & Inequality Regina Jackson Saira Rao Anita Phagura 🍉 (Inclusion In Construction) Rahimeh Ramezany 🧕🏻 Natalie Evans Tassie Weaver If you find it helpful, give it a share. I'm also gathering a list of services, events and resources that support Black, Brown and Muslim folks so if you have anything to add to that please comment on the LinkedIn post. Lots of updates still flying in, but soon I'll make it into a webpage for easy reading and sharing. https://lnkd.in/eA8GNu4P

#mentalmonday I am still reflecting on a conversation I had at #minexchange2024 and it was about how this person did not understand the push for empowerment and advocacy for females in the industry- her reasoning was that she must have been lucky with bosses and mentors and just wanted everyone to be able to work. I have heard that exact phrase from shifters I work with when they fight back on Diversity training, and it wasn't too long ago I was in the same boat. For the beginning part of my career I did not think I experienced inequality in my treatment, I did not think I was seeing any microaggressions that could possibly be attributed to anything other than my ability to do the work. But once I learned that the jabs about not allowing me to get dirty, being surprised I was actually capable of doing manual labor, being talked over in meetings and demeaned in emails- those are the microaggressions females in the US face today, and it is exhausting having the walls up to fight those every single day. In other parts of the world I know it is much worse still. Anytime you have to mask either against microaggressions or in an attempt to hide a neurodivergent trait you already start the day using more energy than everyone else. In an extreme example of why advocacy and standing up for those around you even if you yourself are not effected is the poem "First They Came" by Pastor Martin Niemöller. I was reintroduced to this poem this weekend and the power of it has stuck with me. If you have not read this poem, this is a historic lesson about what happens when we turn a blind eye to the struggles of those around us. "First they came for the Communists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Communist Then they came for the Socialists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Socialist Then they came for the trade unionists And I did not speak out Because I was not a trade unionist Then they came for the Jews And I did not speak out Because I was not a Jew Then they came for me And there was no one left To speak out for me" Source: https://lnkd.in/ewB9AHzV #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness

As someone born and raised in this country, the recent riots and protests targeting Muslims and people of non-white/obviously non-English backgrounds have been deeply troubling. These events have brought a new level of reflection and urgency to our collective conversation on inclusion, respect, and what is blatantly racism and thuggery. These incidents have not only sparked fear but also ignited a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength within our communities. They compel us to address the roots of such animosity and to foster an environment where everyone feels valued and secure. Throughout my life, I've had the privilege of contributing to a multicultural industry that thrives on diversity. My colleagues have always been supportive, and I've found that open dialogue and mutual respect are key to bridging any gaps of understanding. Yet, the events of the past few days highlight that we must do more. Concerned colleagues and community members are afraid to leave their homes, and this is a collective failing. It's crucial for us, as a society and within our professional spheres, to stand united against hate and discrimination. We must amplify voices calling for peace, understanding, and solidarity. Moreover, we must be vigilant against any schemes that seek to divide us and create an atmosphere of apartheid. Let's use our platforms to promote awareness, educate ourselves and others, and advocate for policies that protect and uplift everyone, regardless of their background. Our collective efforts can make a significant impact in creating a more just and harmonious society. #SafetyMoment

My first article for DIVA Magazine has been published today on behalf of Just Like Us. While it's exciting to have my work published for the first time, the subject is serious and unfortunate. Community and unity is more important now more than ever. I wanted to share my and my families experiences with racism and how community solidarity is really important during this time. Give it a read below, hopefully you find it interesting! https://lnkd.in/edrdrnbk

How does The Southern Poverty Law Center fight hate? We monitor hate and antigovernment extremist groups throughout the United States and expose their activities to the public, the media and policy makers. The Intelligence Project at the SPLC works to expose, prevent, counter and remedy hate and hard right extremism in the U.S. today. We monitor hate and antigovernment extremist groups throughout the United States and expose their activities to the public, the media and policy makers. The SPLC is the premier U.S. nonprofit organization monitoring the activities of domestic hate groups and other hard right extremists – including the Ku Klux Klan, the neo-Nazi movement, neo-Confederates, racist skinheads, antigovernment militias, Christian Identity, antisemitic, anti-LGBTQ adherents and others. We’re currently tracking more than 1,500 extremist groups operating across the country. We publish investigative reports and offer expert analysis to lawmakers, the media and the public. To push white supremacy out of the mainstream and remedy harms in communities, we spot warning signs and intervene earlier by supporting grassroots partners. https://lnkd.in/gKfDm5DS #SPLC #FightingHate

We reject political and religious extremism and all forms of racism and sexual discrimination. This is one of our core company values shared by all our brands and more than 18.000 employees in over 40 countries working at Axel Springer. This is at the center of our business and we consider this our responsibility towards our employees and beyond. We believe in a pluralistic culture within our company and in society. Diversity strengthens us. That is why we support the current campaign „#Zusammenland“ (“Togetherland”) next to more than 500 companies and organizations that promote tolerance and democratic values in Germany against the rise of right-wing extremism. ___ #axelspringer #zusammenland